Roundfin RF-3000A Fully Automated Stainer-Coverslipper Workstation
1. Integrated stainer + coverslipper: slides from staining to finished preparation
2. Stainer: 26 (2 × 13) tank positions tanks (2x13), 480 ± 20 ml, 4 wash stations, 30 pcs slide racks
3. Coverslipper: 120 pcs slides, 150 pcs cover slips, 250 ml sealant
4. ≥ 100 programs programs; multi-program parallel execution
5. Servo motion control + robotic arm for handling and transport
6. Exhaust gas monitoring with purification; sound/light dual alarm; CE/ISO 13485
Product Overview
The Roundfin RF-3000A is an integrated fully automated slide stainer and glass coverslipper workstation, combining two essential histology processes into a single seamless benchtop system. Slides move directly from automated H&E or special staining through to finished coverslipped preparation, eliminating manual transfer steps and reducing turnaround time.
The staining module features 26 (2 × 13) tank positions tank positions (2 x 13) with 480 ± 20 ml reservoir volume per tank, 4 automatic wash stations, reagent heating up to Max. 60 °C, and an oven station reaching Max. 75 °C. Storage capacity of ≥ 100 programs programs with 30 pcs slide racks. The coverslipper module handles up to 120 pcs sample slides with 150 pcs-piece cover slip capacity and 250 ml sealant reservoir. A servo motion control system with high-speed robotic arm ensures short cycle times. CE and ISO 13485 certified.
Figure 1 -- Roundfin RF-3000A Fully Automated Stainer-Coverslipper Workstation
Key Specifications
Stainer: 26 (2 × 13) tank positions tanks, 480 ± 20 ml, ≥ 100 programs programs | Coverslipper: 120 pcs slides, 150 pcs cover slips | Control: Servo + Robotic Arm
Technical Specifications
Slide Stainer Module
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1073 × 667 × 651 mm |
| Net Weight | Approx. 135 KGS |
| Total Stations | 26 (2 × 13) tank positions |
| Reservoir Volume | 480 ± 20 ml |
| Oven Station Temp | Max. Max. 75 °C |
| Reagent Heating | Max. Max. 60 °C |
| Wash Stations | 4 automatic |
| Programs | ≥ 100 programs |
| Slide Racks | 30 pcs |
| H&E Throughput | 30 pcs/time |
| Rated Power | 1200 W |
| Operating Temp | 5 °C-70 °C |
Glass Coverslipper Module
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 849 × 733 × 651 mm |
| Rated Power | 1000 W |
| Sample Slides | 120 pcs |
| Cover Slip Capacity | 150 pcs |
| Sealant Bottle | 250 ml |
| Oven Temperature | 0-70 °C |
| Slide Size | 26 × 75 mm |
| Cover Slip Size | 24 × (50+10) mm |
| Humidity | 10%-80% |
| Supply Voltage | AC 220 V, 50 Hz |
Key Features -- Slide Stainer
- Parallel Multi-Program Execution -- Multiple staining programs run simultaneously across 26 (2 × 13) tank positions tanks, maximizing throughput.
- High-Speed Robotic Arm -- Automates slide rack handling and transport between stations with precision and consistency.
- Reagent Heating System -- Eliminates seasonal temperature effects. Reagent heating up to Max. 60 °C, oven up to Max. 75 °C.
- ≥ 100 programs Programs -- Extensive storage for H&E, special stains, and custom protocols with one-touch recall.
- Servo Motion Control -- Precise servo-driven motion ensures staining quality equivalent to careful manual operation.
Key Features -- Coverslipper
- Direct Slide Board Placement -- After coverslipping, slides go directly to the board. Ready for immediate filing after diagnosis.
- Automatic Cover Glass Detection -- Intelligent monitoring detects breakage with automatic debris handling. Cover slip margin monitoring with alerts.
- Exhaust Gas Monitoring -- Built-in gas concentration monitoring with purification for safe, eco-friendly operation.
- Dual Alarm System -- Sound and light alarms for operation failures. System pauses until fault is resolved, protecting slides.
- Servo Motion Control -- Ensures short cycle times and consistent coverslipping quality across all slides in a batch.
Application Scenarios
| Scenario | How It Supports |
|---|---|
| High-Volume Hospital Histology Lab | Integrated staining-to-coverslipping eliminates manual transfer. ≥ 100 programs programs with parallel execution for high throughput. |
| Reference / Research Laboratory | Reagent heating eliminates seasonal variability. Servo control ensures consistent coverslip quality across research sections. |
| Veterinary Pathology | Dual alarm system protects specimen batches. Exhaust gas monitoring essential for formalin-exposed tissue labs. |
| Medical University / Teaching Hospital | Automated workflow standardizes training outcomes. Cover glass breakage detection protects students and equipment. |
FAQ
What modules does the RF-3000A combine?
The RF-3000A integrates a slide stainer (26 (2 × 13) tank positions tanks, 480 ± 20 ml, ≥ 100 programs programs) with a glass coverslipper (120 pcs slides, 150 pcs cover slips), eliminating the manual transfer step between staining and coverslipping.
What is the difference between RF-3000A and RS-5?
The RS-5 is a standalone automatic slide stainer (36 stations, 400 slides/hour). The RF-3000A is an integrated workstation that adds a glass coverslipper module, providing a complete staining-to-finished-slide workflow without manual intervention between steps.
How does the coverslipper handle broken cover glasses?
The coverslipper features automatic cover glass breakage detection with intelligent debris handling. When a broken cover glass is detected, the system clears the debris and pauses if necessary. Cover slip margin monitoring provides quality assurance alerts.
What happens if a fault occurs during operation?
Both modules feature a sound and light dual alarm system. When a fault is detected, the system automatically pauses until resolved, protecting valuable slides from damage. The system also includes automatic exhaust gas monitoring with purification.
Need an Integrated Stainer-Coverslipper Workstation?
The Roundfin RF-3000A combines a 26 (2 × 13) tank positions-tank slide stainer with a 120 pcs-slide glass coverslipper. Servo motion control, robotic arm, 100+ programs, reagent heating, exhaust gas monitoring. CE and ISO 13485 certified.
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